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In Govind Nihalani’s Dev, Om Puri was one of the most outspoken actors of the country, played Bad Cop, the communal law enforcer while Amitabh Bachchan played the Good Cop.

Never one to hide his anger and hurt, Om once surprised this writer by suddenly asking, “Why couldn’t Govind have cast me in (Amitabh) Bachchan saab’s role in Dev? I’ve the highest regard for Bachchan saab. I played his elder brother in Ravi Chopra’s Baabul, although I am eight years his junior. I did it for the pleasure of working with him for the first time.”

With Dev, which turned 21 years old on June 11, Om felt the situation was different. “I had done a major successful film Ardh Satya with Govind. But when he made a big-budgeted film (Dev) he went to Bachchan saab to play the protagonist. I was given the negative role of the corrupt cop.

When Amitabh Bachchan Called Salman Kha, God’s Child(Photo Credit –Facebook)

Superstars Salman Khan and Amitabh Bachchan have shared the screen space in movies like Baghban, God Tussi Great Ho and Baabul. However, inevitably, they have another common link. We are referring to Salman’s ex-ladylove Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, who is in the present, married to Big B’s son Abhishek Bachchan. This has also grabbed some eyeballs about the camaraderie between Salman and the Bachchan clan. However, did you know that there was once a time when Big B was all praise for Salman?

Salman Khan’s Appearance In Baghban Coincided With His Hit And Run Case

We are talking about the time when the duo had shared the screen space in the family drama Baghban in the year 2003. Incidentally, this was also the same time when Salman Khan had embroiled himself in the controversial hit-and-run case. During this time,...

A look back at Amitabh Bachchan’s ghostly turn in Bhootnath, which released in 2008! As a special bonus, in a throwback interview, Amitabh Bachchan shared his thoughts on playing a ghost and more!

In Bhootnath, debutant director Vivek Sharma harks back to an artless innocence to tell the tale of a benign ghost who comes to life. The film’s most delectable aspect is the rapport that grows between the ghost (Amitabh Bachchan) and the fearless little boy (Aman Siddiqui) who comes to live in the dead man’s mansion, takes on the ghost, and even gets the better of him. Both Bachchan and the boy have a ball. So do we, in portions.

The film’s best scenes feature the Big B with the incredibly confident and polished Aman. The pair just takes over the screen and makes you forget the narrative’s all-too-apparent flaws. There are plot-holes large...

Tanuj Virwani, reflects on his experience shooting for his second film, Purani Jeans, with Subhash K Jha as it clocks 11 years since it released.

Tanuj, 11 years of Purani Jeans?

Wow, firstly, I cannot believe it’s been 11 years already, Sir. Purani Jeans was supposed to be my first film and was to be directed by Ravi Chopra (the Baghban director), but owing to his ill health, it got scrapped. I went on and did another film.

How was Purani Jean revived?

A year later, I got a call from Eros Entertainment saying the film was being revived. Obviously, I was over the moon. The only difference was that earlier, I was playing the role of Sam, played by Aditya Seal. Now, they wanted me to play the role of Sid Ray.

What was it like shooting for this breezy young film?

All of us were young, no acting there. Making...

Why Was This Highly-Awaited Govinda, Tabu & Lara Dutta Movie Shelved? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Bollywood has seen its fair share of shelved projects, but few remain as infamous as Banda Yeh Bindaas Hai. Directed by the late Ravi Chopra, the film featured an impressive cast, including Govinda, Tabu, Lara Dutta, Boman Irani, and Rajpal Yadav. Shot in 2008, this comedy-drama generated significant buzz due to its star-studded lineup and Chopra’s reputation for delivering hits.

However, despite being nearly completed, Banda Yeh Bindaas Hai never saw the light of day. The film’s shelving was not due to production delays or creative differences but a legal battle that derailed its release. American filmmakers legally sued the film for copyright infringement. Despite a settlement, the movie was never released.

Makers Of My Cousin Vinny (1992) Sued Banda Yeh Bindaas Hai For Plagiarism

The primary reason for the film’s indefinite shelving was a copyright...

Anil Sharma who was all for gritted teeth and clenched fists in Gadar, goes incurably lachrymose in his new film Vanvaas. Set in the saffron splendour of Varanasi, Sharma’s cinema is an old-fashioned weepie with a bleeding heart and visuals that exude an over-saturated emotional meltdown in fits and starts.

It is a familiar tale often told since Shakespeare’s King Lear, of ungrateful children, this time abandoning their father to die in Varanasi. But these progenies from hell are substantially more wretched, less interesting in their toxicity, than their counterparts in the past including the Bachchan bunch in Ravi Chopra’s Baghban.

Nana Patekar plays Tyagi, the dementia-riddled patriarch who spends all his time day dreaming about his dead wife. After being abandoned by his children and their wives in Varanasi (to the sound a clamorous Bhajan), Tyagi who suffers from what seems to be advanced dementia, befriends a mischievous tourist volunteer.

All-Time Best Bollywood Family Dramas.(Photo Credit – Amazon Prime)

Whether it’s celebrating festivals, dealing with conflicts, or cherishing moments of togetherness, Bollywood family dramas bring out the emotions that resonate with every Indian household. So, grab your popcorn and get ready for a filmy rollercoaster as we delve into some of the all-time best Bollywood family dramas that have left an indelible mark on our hearts.

Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001)

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Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham is the ultimate family drama that has defined the genre for years. Directed by Karan Johar, this film is a perfect blend of emotions, grandeur, and star power. The story revolves around the Raichand family, headed by the strict yet loving Yashvardhan Raichand (Amitabh Bachchan) and his wife Nandini (Jaya Bachchan). When their adopted son Rahul (Shah Rukh Khan) falls in love with...

Song : Yug Ram Rajya Ka Lyrics

Singer : Hansraj Raghuwanshi

Lyrics : Ravi Chopra

Music : DJ Strings & Neer Rahi

Starring : Hansraj Raghuwanshi

Label : Hansraj Raghuwanshi

Check out Yug Ram Rajya Ka Aa Gaya Song Lyrics

Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram,

Patit Pavan Seeta Ram.

Seeta Ram Seeta Ram ,

Bhaj Pyare Tu Seeta Ram.

Ayodhya Ayodhya Aaye

Mere Pyare Ram

Bolo Jai Jai Shri Ram (X2)

O Mhari Aakhon Ke Taare Hai

Prabhu Ram

Bolo Jai Jai Shri Ram

Yug Ram Raj Ka Aa Gya

Shubh Din Ye Aaj Ka Aa Gya

Hui Jeet Sanatan Dharma Ki

Ghar Ghar Bhagwa Lehra Gya

Jaga Hai Avadh Ka Bhaag Ji

Gunja Hai Vijay Ka Raag Ji

Yogi Santon Ki Aakhiyon Se

Chhalkaye Prem Anurag Ji

Saj Dhaj Ke, Saj Dhaj Ke,

O Saj Dhaj Ke Lage Sabse Nayare Ram

Bolo Jai Jai Shri Ram

O Mhari Aakhon Ke Taare Hai...

Yash Chopra & Family’s Staggering 7,500 Crore Net Worth: From Aditya Chorpa To Rani Mukerji, Here’s How Much Each Member Contributes!(Photo Credit –YouTube/koimoi/wikimedia)

Film families in India hold their rich legacy close to their hearts. From Raj Kapoor, Shammi Kapoor and Shashi Kapoor following in the footsteps of their father, Prithviraj Kapoor, to Nagarjuna paving the way for sons, Naga Chaitanya and Akhil Akkineni, the cinema business in India is predominantly run by such well-established families. While most of these clans have been leading from the front, enchanting the audience with their screen presence, there’s also one joint film family whose leading man gets all the work done from behind the camera. Yes, we are talking about the Yash Chopra family and Aditya Chopra.

Aditya Chopra, filling his father Yash Chopra’s shoes, has created an empire of his own. The man known for creating magic...

Former actress and Union Minister of Minority Affairs Smriti Irani recently recalled an uncomfortable incident from her days of shooting the daily soap, ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’. Smriti, who also holds the Ministry of Women and Child Development portfolio, shared that she was called to work on the sets of her hit show a day after she suffered miscarriage.

At that time, she was also working on another show ‘Ramayan’ directed by Ravi Chopra.

Smriti’s co-actor from ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’ told producer Ekta Kapoor that she was lying following which Smriti showed up at Ekta’s office with her medical documents.

She told Neelesh Misra on ‘The Slow Interview’: “I was not aware that I am pregnant. I was on the set (of ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’) and I told them I am not well enough to shoot and asked to be allowed to go home.

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Starring Rishi Kapoor, Paresh Rawail, Juhi Chawla

Directed by Hitesh Bhatia

Whether it is the affable culinary artiste Sharmaji or Rishi Kapoor , the much missed affable actor who plays Sharmaji, life dealt them with such unexpected blows. Rishi left us and this film incomplete . Sharmaji too is at a loose end when suddenly after forced retirement he finds himself looking at yawning stretches of emptiness, punctuated by bouts of exasperated protest against this custom of retirement.

Sharmaji Namkeen is not the first film about retirement blues: Ravi Chopra’s Baghban remains a quasi-classic of the genre. Baghban is referred to at the start of Sharmaji Namkeen by Satish Kaushik who is routinely dependable as Sharmaji’s best buddy.

This is no Amitabh Bachchan. But Hey, Rishi Kapoor bhi kissise kam nahin! The late much-missed actor brings a crackling joie de vivre to the role of...

Yash Chopra’s 1969 cult classic Ittefaq, is one of Shah Rukh Khan’s favourite movies. In fact, he has always been keen on adapting the film and even acting in it.

But, when Srk couldn’t do to it due to prior commitments, he decided to co-produce the suspense thriller with Karan Johar and Renu Ravi Chopra. King Khan is extremely happy with the way the upcoming movie has been directed by Abhay Chopra, and the person who has impressed Shah Rukh the most is Akshaye, who portrays the role of a tough cop.

Shah Rukh says, “Akshaye is unreadable and that’s one of the plus points of the film. Personally, I feel that nobody could have essayed this role better than him. Sidharth Malhotra and Sonakshi Sinha present an able foil to Akshaye’s character in the film, which just adds to his performance and portrayal of this tough,...

The 2008 comic caper Bhoothnath was a significant film. After all, it was a B R Films production but not directed by Ravi Chopra, who had earlier directed Baghban and Baabul. A debutant director, Vivek Sharma, was the captain of the ship and Amitabh Bachchan featured in the lead role of the friendly ghost. ShahRead More

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Train To Busan (Korean with English subtitles)

Starring Gong Yoo, Kim Su-an, Jung Yu-mi

Directed by Yeon Sang-Ho

Rating: ** ½

Zombie films have a chequered history in India. So far there have been very few worth mentioning. There was Krishan D.K & Raj Nidomoru’s Go Goan Gone. And there was another Zombie film with Abhay Deol that Ekta Kapoor and Sid Jain were jointly producing. It got shelved.

I am not surprised. Watching grownup men and women turn into flesh-eating monsters with their heads and limbs tilted at gravity-scoffing angles, is not quite the evening of entertainment that the average Indian middle class family craves for. Unless you are tickled by the sight of scores of zombies prowling the train compartments like rioters during the 1984 riots.

A bunch of assorted characters from different walks of life board a speeding train which gets attacked by zombies. That’s it! The wafer-thin...

Filmmaker Ravi Chopra best remembered for his films like Baabul, Baghban and The Burning Train as well as the popular TV series Mahabharat, passed away earlier today. The 68 year old filmmaker had been admitted to Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital a few days ago. It is learnt that Ravi Chopra passed away today at around 3.30 pm, while his funeral will probably take place tomorrow at around 11. Apparently, Ravi had been suffering from severe lung ailments since the past few years, and was even hospitalized for the same in 2012. Ravi Chopra, who is survived by his wife and three children, came from an illustrious Bollywood family as his father B R Chopra who was a renowned director and producer and his uncle was filmmaker Yash Chopra. We at Bollywood Hungama pray that his soul rests in peace.

Popular Bollywood filmmaker Ravi Chopra has died at the age of 68. He was admitted to Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital where he was reportedly being treated for a lung ailment which he has been suffering from for the past few years. He died at around 3:30pm on Wednesday. Mr Chopra is famous for having directed popular films such as Baghban (2003) and Baabul (2006). He also directed the critically acclaimed television series Mahabharata, which was produced by his father B. R. Chopra.

Mr. Chopra is also the nephew of legendary filmmaker Yash Chopra and the cousin of Aditya Chopra and Uday Chopra. He is survived by his wife and three children. He made his directing debut with the film Zameer (1975). His last project was the famous Bhootnath series starring legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan. Mr Chopra’s funeral is reportedly scheduled for Thursday afternoon.

We send our deepest sympathies to Ravi Chopra...

Aditya Chopra and his wife actress Rani Mukerji are back in Mumbai after a wedding and honeymoon in Italy. Known to be extremely reclusive, almost to the point of being anti-social Aditya reluctantly agreed to have close family friends of the Chopra family over for dinner. On Sunday evening the Chopras' bungalow saw a selected group of friends and relatives dropping by. Says one of the guests, "The dinner was on the insistence of Adi's mother Mrs Pam Chopra. True to his nature Adi was totally opposed to the idea of a wedding reception. But he can never say no to his mother. Like any mother with a newly-married son, Mrs Chopra was keento call friends and relatives over after Adi returned with Rani from Italy as an official couple." Adi agreed to host the party for his mother's sake. The guest list included old friends of Mr and Mrs Yash Chopra,...

The recently released Amitabh Bachchan starrer Bhoothnath Rerturns produced by T-Series and Br Studios has met with phenomenal success at the box office. Though the film had a very important social message, it fared much better than usual socially driven films. Apart from this being a sequel and simultaneously catering more to kids, the film has performed much better than expected. Now we hear that the makers of the film, who are thrilled with its performance, have decided to throw a success bash. It is learnt that the success party of Bhoothnath Returns will be attended by megastar Amitabh Bachchan, along with his young costar Parth Bhalerao, and the producers of the film which includes head honcho of T-Series Bhushan Kumar, Renu Ravi Chopra, Abhay Chopra and Kapil Chopra.

Right before the release of their film Bhoothnath Returns, Br Films has been facing legal crisis after Viacom 18 sued the company for Rs. 20 crores for failing to abide by a past agreement. Hence, a case has been filed for the same at Bombay High Court on April 7. Apparently, Viacom 18 had collaborated with Br Films in 2007 for two films and had even paid Rs. 10 crore for the same but the films never saw the light of the day. Hence, in order to return the borrowed amount, Br Chopra decided to opt for a mutual agreement with Viacom 18 where the latter will be given a particular stake in Ravi Chopra's production house. However, now, when Viacom 18 asked the production house about the agreement, they refused to acknowledge it. Hence, a miffed Viacom 18 decided to follow the legal procedure. Bhoothnath Returns is slated to release on April 11.

Amitabh Bachchan, returns to delight audiences of all ages as he returns to the silver screen in a lead role as his much loved, paranormal avatar makes a comeback when Bhootnath Returns, releasing in cinemas worldwide on 11th April 2014, produced by Bhushan Kumar, Kishan Kumar, Renu Ravi Chopra and Amitabh Bachchan, and distributed internationally by B4U.

After the unprecedented success of the prequel, Indian cinema’s older generation once again goes head to head with the younger as the legendary Amitabh Bachchan welcomes mischievously charming child artist, Parth Bhalerao. Screen magic is created when the two characters collide in Bhoothnath Returns – a delightful, ghoulish comedy drama, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, which will appeal to kids and adults alike.

Comedy kingpin, Boman Irani, plays a pivotal, supporting role in Bhoothnath Returns – a must-see for cinemagoers to witness the formidable on screen interaction between the Shahenshah and the Joker. Indulging audiences further,...

He's a septuagenarian who's energy levels could easily shame a teenager! Amitabh Bachchan has children and kiddies rooting for him, and Big Time at that, thanks to the first trailer of Bhoothnath Returns.Snappy dialogues and Senior Bachchan's interaction with the kid protagonist Parth Bhalerao, have already grabbed attention and soared interest in the flick produced by Bhushan Kumar and Ravi Chopra and helmed by Nitesh Tiwari. Presently, though, Big B is on...

The trailer of the much awaited sequel Bhoothnath Returns was launched by megastar Amitabh Bachchan at a suburban theatre, day before yesterday. Not only did Big B talk about the film, he also entertained the media with some lovely magic tricks and everyone broke into a fit of laughter.

Talking about the film, Big B said he is honoured to be a part of the sequel. “In this film, only Akhrot(played by little Parth) can see me. He is the hero of the film, our champion!” he stated. Director Nitesh Tiwari added that he is very happy to take forward the story. “This film has something for all age groups,” he said.

Bhoothnath Returns is the sequel to 2008 film Bhoothnath and is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar and Renu Ravi Chopra. The film features Amitabh Bachchan, Parth Bhalerao, Shah Rukh Khan and an expected cameo by Ranbir Kapoor.

Amitabh Bachchan revives the role of the friendly ghost in T-Series' upcoming Bhoothnath Returns. On 9th October Amitabh Bachchan started the film schedule with the Muharat at Filmcity. Bhushan Kumar, Cmd, T-Series along with Abhay Chopra, son of Ravi Chopra, B R Films, organized havan in the morning to commence the movie shoot schedule. Joining the bandwagon was the director of the film, Nitesh Tiwari.Bhootnath Returns will be directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced...

While 2008's Bhoothnath starring Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, and Juhi Chawla released over 5 years ago, producer Bhushan Kumar, fresh off the success of Aashiqui 2, now announces the sequel of the film tentatively titled Bhoothnath 2. Bhushan Kumar is all set up help Abhay Chopra, Ravi Chopra's son, resurrect the banner by producing Bhoothnath 2.

A sequel to Bhoothnath is being put together and this time, Nitesh Tiwari, the Chief Creative Officer in the ad agency Leo Burnett who co-directed Salman Khan's Chillar Party, will be directing the film.

Bhoothnath was a story of a child who befriends a ghost, then starred Amitabh Bachchan in the title role. Even this time around Amitabh Bachchan reprises his role and the cast also includes Boman Irani. Bhushan Kumar confirms, "We are very excited to produce the sequel of Bhoothnath. Amitabh and Boman will be part of the film and it will appeal to all age-groups.

While 2008’s Bhoothnath starring Amitabh Bachchan ,Shah Rukh Khan, and Juhi Chawla released over five years ago, producer Bhushan Kumar fresh off the success of the 100 crore garnering Aashiqui 2, now announces the sequel of the film tentatively titled Bhoothnath 2. Bhushan Kumar is all set up help Abhay Chopra, Ravi Chopra’s son, resurrect the banner by producing Bhoothnath 2. Read More...

New Delhi, June 10: Production house T-Series will be producing the sequel to 2008 movie "Bhootnath".

The sequel is tentatively titled "Bhootnath 2" and megastar Amitabh Bachchan will reprise his role of friendly ghost.

The movie will appeal to all age groups, says Bhushan Kumar, chief managing director, T-Series.

"We are very excited to announce the sequel of 'Bhootnath'. Amitabh and Boman Irani will be part of the film and it will appeal to all age-groups," Kumar said in a statement.

The 2008 movie was produced by Ravi Chopra and this time his son Abhay Chopra will be creatively involved with the sequel.

"My father and I always wanted to do a sequel and Nitesh came with an interesting idea. Bhushan.

While 2008's Bhoothnath starring Amitabh Bachchan ,Shah Rukh Khan, and Juhi Chawla released over five years ago, producer Bhushan Kumar fresh off the success of the 100 crore garnering Aashiqui 2, now announces the sequel of the film tentatively titled Bhoothnath 2. Bhushan Kumar is all set up help Abhay Chopra, Ravi Chopra's son, resurrect the banner by producing Bhoothnath 2. A sequel to Bhoothnath is being put together and this time, Nitesh Tiwari, the Chief Creative Offic...

Last month was one of the saddest in the history of Bollywood with the passing away of Yash Chopra. Later, his 66 year old nephew Ravi Chopra was hospitalized at Breach Candy hospital, since he was suffering from severe lung ailment. However, post a three week stay in the hospital, Ravi has been finally allowed to go back home. Ravi (son of late producer-director B. R. Chopra), was discharged from hospital last week and has been advised stringent bed rest. Bollywood Hungama wishes the director- producer a speedy recovery.

Ravi Chopra, the well known Indian movie maker and producer was hospitalized at the Breach Candy hospital due to s severe lungs ailment. Mr Ravi Chopra is the son of the legendary producer – director Mr. B.R. Chopra. He is known for directing the famous Indian television series of Maha Bharat and later on the miniseries of Ramayan that was aired in 2002. Ravi has directed famous movie like The Burning Train, Mazdoor, Dahleez, Baghban and Babul to name a few. His movies gained approval and accolades for the exceptional work that was put into them in terms of the strong story, script, direction and the cinematography. Rav...

Mumbai, Nov 2: Filmmaker Ravi Chopra, who was hospitalised at the Breach Candy hospital here due to a lung ailment, has been discharged.

A hospital source told Ians: "Yes, Ravi Chopra was hospitalised October 1st and was in ICU (Intensive Care Unit), but he was discharged on Oct 26th."

The 66-year-old is advised bed rest.

"Yes, he is back home, but his health condition is still the same. He is in complete bed rest," siad a source close to the family.

Son of late B.R. Chopra, Ravi is known for directing "The Burning Train" (1980),.

Mumbai, Oct 24: Filmmaker Ravi Chopra, who is undergoing treatment in Breach Candy Hospital for lung ailment, has reportedly shown no signs of improvement.

"He has been put on ventilator and there is no improvement in his health," a source from the hospital told Ians.

The 66-year-old filmmaker, who is the nephew of late Yash Chopra, was taken to the hospital a few days ago.

According to informed sources, he has been battling with lung problem for a long time.

Ravi is known for directing "The Burning Train" (1980), "Aaj.

Just two days back, the whole world was shocked with the sudden demise of Yash Chopra. And now, his nephew filmmaker Ravi Chopra (66) has been admitted to the ICU of a city hospital. Ravi, the son of late producer-director B. R. Chopra, has been reportedly diagnosed with an acute lung ailment. The talented filmmaker has films like Zameer, The Burning Train, Baghban, Baabul to his credit. Bollywood Hungama prays for the quick recovery of Ravi Chopra.

Mumbai, Oct 23: Filmmaker Ravi Chopra, son of late B.R. Chopra, is warded at the Breach Candy hospital here due to a lung ailment.

A hospital source told Ians: "Yes, Ravi Chopra is here and is in the ICU (Intensive Care Unit)."

According to informed sources, the 66-year-old filmmaker was taken to hospital a few days back.

Ravi Chopra directed "The Burning Train" (1980), "Aaj Ki Awaz" (1984), "Baghban" (2003) and "Baabul" (2006) among others.

Filmmaker Yash Chopra, Ravi Chopra's uncle, died Sunday.

Ians...

The iconic Chopra family seems to be in trouble with the recent High Court ruling. In fact Ravi Chopra, son of legendary filmmaker late B. R. Chopra, could lose all his properties, including family home B. R. House, if he fails to clear his debts of Rs. 32 crore by April next year. Chopra, who is now 66 and ailing, owes the money to 26 creditors of B. R. Films and B. R. TV, to the tune of approximately Rs. 32 crores. The Bombay High Court in a recent order has listed seven family properties to be sold to pay off the debt if the family misses the April deadline in 2013. Among the properties that have been listed from B. R. House are two bungalows in Khar, a set of apartments on Juhu Tara Road; an apartment in Worli; and a plot of land in Raigad district. However, the High court made it clear that iconic B.

Filmmaker Ravi Chopra's second bungalow at Khar (West) has been sealed by Cosmos Bank for non-repayment of loan worth approximately Rs. 61.10 lakh. On May 23, Cosmos Bank officials sealed the property and stuck two possession notices under rule 8 (1) on bungalow number two. On January 2, Cosmos bank had issued two demand notices to Ravi Chopra asking him to pay Rs. 67.43 lakh, including further interest till payment, within 60 days. Since this property was attached with the loan and Ravi didn't repay the loan the Bank officials had no other option but to seal the bungalow. The bank has attached the property under the Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act, 2002, and the Security Interest (Enforcement) Rules 2002. Bungalow number one which is adjoining to bungalow number two was attached by Kotak Mahindra Bank officials on May 16 for not repaying the loan of Rs. 3.52 crore approximately. The land on...

The music duo brothers Anand-Milind are back! They were successful award winning music-directors throughout the eighties and nineties, having composed for around 200 Bollywood films. Remembered for hit soundtracks such as Qayamat se qayamat tai, Dil and Beta, amongst many others, the duo have contributed to film successes for all three of the top Khans and also had a successful partnership with Govinda and David Dhawan.

However, the duo could not really make a successful transition into the 21st century, with no memorable soundtracks in the last decade. They are now back with the film Yeh Khula Aasmaan, which is due for release on 25th May. The film is inspired by a true story and portrays the extremely challenging phase of an Iit-aspirant young boy on the verge of succumbing to academic failures, and highlights the value of strong familial systems to help nurse bruised young minds.

It is an award...

Bollywood actress Lara Dutta is glowing these days. After all, she is expecting her first child with husband, ace tennis player Mahesh Bhupathi, who wishes for a daughter.The baby is due in February..90 percent predictions said that it is a baby boy and as for us, we don.t know that,So we will be equally surprised,. the 33-year-old actress said at her baby shower..I have my fingers crossed for a girl but I am being happy about anything,. the father-to-be Mahesh chipped in.Lara and tennis player Mahesh tied the knot in February this year. Before meeting her husband, Lara had dated Kelly Dorjee for around seven years, while Mahesh divorced his wife, model Shvetha Jaishankar, of seven years.Lara, who turned producer with .Challo Dilli. this year, is awaiting her next release .Don 2: The King Is Back..Next year the former beauty queen will be...

A still from parzania and Rahul Dholakia (inset)

Rahul Dholakia will soon be working on the issues of the Nandigram tragedy, but only when his producer Ravi Chopra revives back to a healthy condition

Rahul Dholakia has shown adept dexterity in making films about political turned social issues with his National award winning (the Silver and Golden Lotus Award for Best Actress and Best Direction) film Parzania (2005). He was reported to make a film on the issues that helmed from the prohibition of alcohol in the state of Gujarat a few days back.

Recently, sources reveal that the director is working on a film titled Kanoon which is based on the Nandigram tragedy that took place in Nadigram, a village in West Bengal. The film will apparently be a courtroom drama etched on the lines of the Nandigram tragedy. The film is also inspired by the Bhopal Gas tragedy and the Singur tragedy.

Govinda

Govinda promises not to refuse anymore films as he embarks on the third leg of his journey in Bollywood starting with Naught@40

Actor Govinda has been making movies since the mid 80?s. Govinda, known for his comedy, had a successful run until early 2000. After a brief stint in politics, the 47 year old actor made a comeback with Bhagam Bhag (2006) but has never really been able to get back to his solo lead star status until his current release Naught@40. Govinda said on the occasion,? This is my third inning in Bollywood. Now I can afford to do all kind of cinema. I am not in a mood to refuse films. There was a time when I was refusing so many films. Especially in last two years I refused lot of films. And we keep waiting for good films thinking it would turn out good.?

In Theatres Now: Naughty@40

Govinda...

Legal tussles in Bollywood are nothing new, the latest being the B.R.Films case that has come into the lime light. One of the oldest production houses, B.R.Films, has been taken to court based on a petition filed by financer Devidas Jotumal Thawani for non-payment of dues. The case so far is that Thawani, who is a financer for B.R.Films and has invested huge sums till date, was receiving prompt repayment of dues until last year. However, post Ravi Chopra's diagnosis of a lung disorder, Thawani claims that the payments have stopped. As per the petition filed, the owners of the production house, Ravi Chopra, his wife Renu and sons Kapil and Abhay are facing an interim order by the High Court, which restricts B.R.Films from creating any third party rights for their immovable and movable properties without the permission of the court.

Ravi Chopra & his wife Renu

After a series of delays and eventually no-payment of dues financer Devidas Thawani resorts to legal action against B R Films

Film financer Devidas Jotumal Thawani has slapped B R Films, belonging to Ravi Chopra & family, with a case owing to non-payment of dues to him. The High Court, in an interim order, has restricted B R Films from creating any third party rights for the immovable and movable properties without seeking prior permission. The order also applies to Ravi?s wife Renu and their sons Kapil & Abhay.

Reports suggest that Thawani and his family have invested heavily in the production house since mid 2000. While the Chopras were more or less prompt with many payment installments, they slackened ever since Ravi Chopra took ill. Hence the dues have remained unpaid since September 2010. Sources close to the Chopra family stated,? Ravi’s wife, Renu, refused to pay up.

Every aspiring filmmaker looks up to his mentor to be at the helm of things when they start with their debut venture and so did Vibhu Puri, associate director and co-writer of Saawariya. Puri was all set with his directorial venture Chenab Gandhi which was to be produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. But Bhansali made Puri wait for almost a year, something that wasn't appreciated by the young filmmaker. Not wasting anymore time, Vibhu approached Ravi Chopra, who will now be producing the film. Though one would expect a lot of bad blood to run between Bhansali and Puri, but it isn't so. In fact, Puri he has even penned four songs in Guzaarish. As for Chenab Gandhi, there is news that many couple of stars have been short listed for the cast, but their names are yet to be revealed.

Every aspiring filmmaker looks up to his mentor to be at the helm of things when they start with their debut venture and so did Vibhu Puri, associate director and co-writer of Saawariya. Puri was all set with his directorial venture Chenab Gandhi which was to be produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. But Bhansali made Puri wait for almost a year, something that wasn't appreciated by the young filmmaker. Not wasting anymore time, Vibhu approached Ravi Chopra, who will now be producing the film. Though one would expect a lot of bad blood to run between Bhansali and Puri, but it isn't so. In fact, Puri he has even penned four songs in Guzaarish. As for Chenab Gandhi, there is news that many couple of stars have been short listed for the cast, but their names are yet to be revealed.

Rahul Dholakia, who has made a name of tackling sensitive issues, firstly in Parzania and then in the recently released Lamhaa, has been signed by Ravi Chopra to direct a film for the B R Chopra banner. This time Dholakia's film will be about loopholes in the legal system. Incidentally, the Chopras were in a legal tussle over the copyright of their latest film Banda Yeh Bindaas Hai that seems to have been adapted from the English film My Cousin Vinny. Looks like Dholakia's...

While Rahul Dholakia.s .Lamhaa., a telescopic look at militancy and other problems plaguing the Kashmir Valley, didn.t release there because of the current turmoil, pirated DVDs nevertheless made their way into markets. Some top Kashmiri leaders have apparently watched the film and invited Dholakia to visit the state..Though prominent politicians and ordinary Kashmiris have watched .Lamhaa. on spurious DVDs, I.m grateful they saw the film. Front-page articles are being written in Kashmir.s papers. And I.ve been invited to visit the Valley,. Dholakia told Ians.The filmmaker, however, doesn.t want to reveal any names for fear that the politicians may be pulled up for viewing .Lamhaa. illegally, especially since there was much hue and cry when some Bharatiya Janata Party (Bjp) members watched a pirated copy of .Rajneeti. in Rajasthan.But unfortunately Dholakia can.t go to Kashmir immediately as his father is ailing.

After Lamhaa and the almost-completed social satire Society, Rahul Dholakia is all set to direct a film for Ravi Chopra, again based on a "burning" issue. But this time the issue that Dholakia who made films on the Gujarat communal riots (Parzania) and Kashmir, is not political. It's about the loopholes in the legal system. Ironically, the Chopras got themselves into a legal budge over the copyright of their latest film Banda Yeh Bindaas Hai which was an adaptation of the Hollywood film My Cousin Vinny. Apparently, Dholakia's film is inspired by the Chopras' encounter with legal issues. Says Dholakia, "Right now it's slightly early to talk about the project. But yes it tackles legal issues. I can't comment on whether Mr. Bachchan is in the film. It is every director's dream to direct him." Rahul Dholakia's telescopic look at the militancy and Kashmir in Lamhaa has earned him...

After Lamhaa and the almost-completed social satire Society, Rahul Dholakia is all set to direct a film for Ravi Chopra, again based on a "burning" issue. But this time the issue that Dholakia who made films on the Gujarat communal riots (Parzania) and Kashmir, is not political. It's about the loopholes in the legal system. Ironically, the Chopras got themselves into a legal budge over the copyright of their latest film Banda Yeh Bindaas Hai which was an adaptation of the Hollywood film My Cousin Vinny. Apparently, Dholakia's film is inspired by the Chopras' encounter with legal issues. Says Dholakia, "Right now it's slightly early to talk about the project. But yes it tackles legal issues. I can't comment on whether Mr. Bachchan is in the film. It is every director's dream to direct him." Rahul Dholakia's telescopic look at the militancy and Kashmir in Lamhaa has earned him...

August 7, 2010: After Lamhaa and the almost-completed social satire Society Rahul Dholakia is all set to direct a film for Ravi Chopra, again based on a ‘burning’ issue.

But this time the issue that Dhalokia who made films on the Gujarat communal riots (Parzania) and Kashmir, is not political. It’s about the loopholes in the legal system.

Ironically, the Chopras got themselves into a legal budge over the copyright of their latest film Banda Yeh Bindaas Hai which was an adaptation of the Hollywood film My Cousin Vinny.

Apparently Dhalokia’s film is inspired by.

Aadesh Shrivastava, who has had the good luck to meet Rafi and play on his songs under several senior composers, puts it simply, "Every song I compose has Kishoreda's feel and Rafisaab's gaayaki somewhere within my subconscious mind. And by gaayaki I mean his sharp harkatein, which would be as sharp as the edge of a sword, and everything else." Aadesh adds, "If you say Mora piya has that ambience, I agree completely. And my semi-classical Baawri piya ki (Baghban) was made with him in mind - 101 per cent! Ravi Chopra, my director, and I discussed this song and we kept saying, 'Kaash! Agar yeh gaana Rafisaab gaate!', though Sonu Niigaam was brilliant. The song in my mind's eye when I composed this one was Tu Ganga ki mauj from Baiju Bawra. Whenever Rafisaab would go high-pitched in a song and take a sapaat (broad) taan, incredibly his expression...

Aadesh Shrivastava, who has had the good luck to meet Rafi and play on his songs under several senior composers, puts it simply, "Every song I compose has Kishoreda's feel and Rafisaab's gaayaki somewhere within my subconscious mind. And by gaayaki I mean his sharp harkatein, which would be as sharp as the edge of a sword, and everything else." Aadesh adds, "If you say Mora piya has that ambience, I agree completely. And my semi-classical Baawri piya ki (Baghban) was made with him in mind - 101 per cent! Ravi Chopra, my director, and I discussed this song and we kept saying, 'Kaash! Agar yeh gaana Rafisaab gaate!', though Sonu Niigaam was brilliant. The song in my mind's eye when I composed this one was Tu Ganga ki mauj from Baiju Bawra. Whenever Rafisaab would go high-pitched in a song and take a sapaat (broad) taan, incredibly his expression...